Medical Social Worker- LCSW Required
Amedisys · Abingdon, VA · 1 mo ago
OTHR$65k–$72k/yrFull-time
Overview
Full‑time position with a salary range of $65,000.00 to $72,000.00. Territory includes Washington, Russell, Smyth, Wise, Lee, Scott counties and the city of Bristol, VA.
Benefits
- Choice of PPO or HSA medical plans with free telehealth
- Paid time off
- Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services with Amedisys HSA plan
- Up to $500 in wellness rewards for activities such as spa, gym, sports, hobbies, pets, etc.
- Mental health support with up to five free counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance program
- 401(k) with company match
- Family support including infertility treatment coverage, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave
- Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement
- Benefit eligibility may vary by position and shift status; participation requires enrollment in an Amedisys medical plan
Responsibilities
- Assist patients and families with health‑related financial, social, and emotional concerns and promote effective coping skills
- Provide social work services in accordance with the plan of care
- Communicate changes in the patient’s clinical status to healthcare team members and care center office staff promptly
- Educate patients, families, and team members on medical social work interventions and treatment plans
- Perform care planning, transfer, and discharge functions
- Identify risks or threats to the patient’s health in the environment and implement appropriate interventions
- Communicate identified risks/threats to physicians and other healthcare team members to coordinate care
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Master’s or doctorate degree from a CSWE‑accredited school of social work
- At least one year of social work experience in a health‑care setting
- Meets state and federal requirements for the position
- Current CPR certification
Pay
Salary range: $65,000.00 – $72,000.00, reflecting labor costs across U.S. geographic markets and may vary based on location, knowledge, skills, and experience.